The Apothecary Diaries: Maomao & Shisui Visual Debuts at AX 2025

Key Facts

• The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 concluded on July 4.
• A continuation of the anime has been announced.
• Aoi Yuki and Asami Seto appeared at Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles.
• A new illustration featuring Maomao and Shisui was unveiled.
• The voice actors performed a live dubbing session during the panel.

On July 4, The Apothecary Diaries hosted a special guest panel at Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles. Voice actors Aoi Yuki (Maomao) and Asami Seto (Loulan/Shisui) participated in the event following the Season 2 finale broadcast on the same day. A newly illustrated visual of Maomao and Shisui was revealed, and the announcement of a sequel to the anime was officially confirmed.

Enthusiastic Reception at Anime Expo 2025

The The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 Guest Panel took place at Anime Expo 2025 on July 4, drawing approximately 2,000 fans. Many attendees dressed as characters like Maomao, Jinshi, and Shisui, adding to the excitement. The event began with a promotional video, followed by the entrance of Aoi Yuki and Asami Seto, which triggered loud cheers across the venue.

Yuki greeted the audience in English, saying, “Hello AX! Are you enjoying The Apothecary Diaries? I’m very happy to be here with you just after the Season 2 finale. Please have fun today!” Her greeting was met with enthusiastic responses in Japanese from fans. Seto also greeted fans in English, reading from a memo, and was playfully teased by Yuki, drawing laughter from the audience.

Voice Acting and New Illustration Reveal

During the panel, Yuki and Seto performed a live dubbing of scenes between Maomao and Shisui, energizing the crowd even more. Near the end of the event, a newly drawn visual featuring Maomao and Shisui was unveiled. The illustration showed Shisui attempting to hug Maomao, prompting an excited reaction from fans in attendance.

Asami Seto commented on the image, saying, “Shisui is reaching out for a hug, but Maomao also doesn’t seem to dislike it—that contrast is really cute.” Aoi Yuki added, “In Japanese, we’d say Maomao looks ‘manzara demo nai’ in this expression,” eliciting laughter from the crowd.

Voice Cast Messages and Future of the Series

To close the event, the voice actors shared messages with the fans. Seto said, “Thank you for coming today. I truly felt your passion. Your reactions while we talked about The Apothecary Diaries made me very happy. Since a continuation has been confirmed, I hope you’ll keep supporting and loving the series.”

Yuki followed, “It was such a joy to meet all of you in Los Angeles with Seto-chan. Your energy was intense—I felt it completely. Jinshi, who couldn’t come this time, would have been thrilled by your response too! Since the sequel is coming, I hope we can talk about The Apothecary Diaries again in the future. Please welcome us warmly when that time comes!”

The panel ended on a high note, leaving the crowd energized for the anime’s continuation.

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FAQ

Q: When did The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 conclude?
A: Season 2 of The Apothecary Diaries concluded on July 4, 2025.

Q: What event featured the guest panel for The Apothecary Diaries?
A: The panel was held at Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles.

Q: Who voiced Maomao and Shisui in the panel?
A: Aoi Yuki voiced Maomao, and Asami Seto voiced Loulan/Shisui.

Q: What special content was revealed at the event?
A: A newly illustrated visual of Maomao and Shisui was revealed during the panel.

Q: Has a sequel to the anime been confirmed?
A: Yes, a continuation of The Apothecary Diaries anime was officially announced.

Source : ORICON NEWS